COUNTY REPORT GA

Calhoun County, Georgia

2 ZIP codes · Avg score 94/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03

Water utilities serving Calhoun County's 2 ZIP codes have built a consistent compliance record — the county's above-average grade reflects years of data showing low violation rates and no systemic health concerns.

How Calhoun County Compares

Calhoun County94/100
Georgia avg75/100
National avg68/100

How Calhoun County Compares

A
County Grade
94/100
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems

Calhoun County scores 19 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 26 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

A
County Grade
94
Avg Safety Score
2
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 39866 (98/100)
Lowest ZIP: 39846 (90/100)
$85K
Median Home Value

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 16.4 (asthma 10.6%, diabetes 18.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $420, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.365% avg pipe failure probability

67% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 10.6% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 18.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 43.6% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1975
Median Build Year
67%
Pre-1978 Housing
37%
Pipe Failure Probability
0%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $420

Energy Code Gap $270/yr
Water / Lead $150/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

1,005 housing units in Calhoun County

Pre-1940 15%
1940–1959 21%
1960–1979 24%
1980–1999 25%
2000+ 14%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Calhoun County residents

Asthma 10.6% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 18.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 43.6% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 4 systems in Calhoun County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Edison 1,382 13
2 Arlington 1,220 13
3 Morgan State Prison 1,651 2
4 Morgan 316 2

All ZIP Codes in Calhoun County

2 ZIP codes tracked in Calhoun County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 39866 Morgan 98 A 2 $90K
2 39846 Edison 90 A 13 $79K

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Overview

Calhoun County in Georgia covers 2 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (94/100).

2 of 2 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Calhoun County?
Calhoun County receives a grade of A, indicating generally safe tap water across its 2 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Calhoun County?
Calhoun County is served by 4 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 2 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Calhoun County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Calhoun County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $420 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Calhoun County?
The median home build year in Calhoun County is 1975. 67% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Calhoun County compare to Georgia?
Calhoun County has an average water safety score of 94/100, which is above the Georgia state average of 75/100.

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